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Split System Air Conditioning vs. Ducted Air Conditioning

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According to a government report issued by Energy Efficient Strategies (EES), demand for residential air conditioning in Australia has grown dramatically since 1999 and is expected to continue to grow for quite some time. If you are just now considering investing in an air conditioner for your home, it is important to understand the two primary types of systems that are most common.

Most residential air conditioners fall into one of two categories: either ducted or non-ducted. Each has its own benefits and there are a number of variables that might affect your decision. So let’s take a look at each one to help you determine the best type of air conditioner for your situation.

Ducted Air Conditioning

The basic principle of ducted air conditioning is to circulate cooled air in a room(s), through the absorption of heat in one internal place and then subsequent heat release in an external place. Ducted systems involve a network of ducts and a blower that pushes conditioned air through the ducts to various locations in your home. Ducted air conditioning systems are the ‘top of the range’ solution and allow for the distribution of cool and warm air all around the house at the touch of a button. This type of air conditioning can include a zone control system, which allows you to control the airflow to each room or ducted point, with a typical use being to operate in the living areas during the day and the bedrooms at night. With ducted air conditioning systems, there is also more flexibility in the positioning of the outdoor unit.
This can be a very efficient way to condition your interior air, particularly if you select a power inverter style such as that offered by Mitsubishi Electric. It can provide significant energy savings when compared to a non-inverter system. The Power Inverters are more energy efficient because the system output constantly varies to maintain the perfect living environment. This allows the Power Inverter to cool or heat your home more quickly and efficiently while also maintaining the preferred temperature without fluctuations, which translates into less energy consumption.

Split System Air Conditioning

A ductless split system, in contrast, provides space conditioning through the distribution of cooled (and in some cases, heated) refrigerant via a network of insulated lines to one, or several, fan-coil units placed in conditioned spaces. A ductless split air conditioning system with a single outdoor unit and only one indoor unit is often referred to as a mini-split. They typically use low-profile wall or ceiling mounted fan coil units to transfer heat between the room air and the refrigerant. Multi-head split system air conditioners, such as those offered by Mitsubishi Electric, can support up to eight indoor units, all connected to one outdoor unit.

Ductless split systems frequently include variable speed fans as well as variable capacity compressors and wireless controls. As indoor units get turned off and on, the inverter unit located outdoors adjusts compressor capacity and speed accordingly. This gives you a great deal of flexibility to turn off indoor units when they are not needed and reduce your power consumption. Efficient performance of ductless air conditioning systems depends upon the proper placement of your indoor units. Since they take in ambient room air, condition it and distribute it back into the conditioned space, their location is vital. Improper placement can result in ineffective space conditioning and wasted energy. It is always best to utilise the service of a professional company with many years of experience designing and installing ductless air conditioning systems.

So regardless of which type of system you select, now is the time to consult with a professional and start enjoying the many benefits of air conditioning your home. Summer is right around the corner and we all know how hot and humid it can get here in Brisbane, at least outdoors in unconditioned air.

How to Increase the Efficiency of Your Air Conditioner and Save Money on Your Electricity Bill

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In order to keep your air conditioning system operating at optimal efficiency and to increase its longevity, it is vital to perform routine maintenance. There are some items that can be done by a homeowner and others that are best left to a professional. It is generally recommended that you have it professionally serviced every eighteen months or so, depending upon its workload and other variables. Many of the homeowner-related maintenance tasks can be performed in between professional servicing.

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Ducted Air Conditioning

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Ducted air conditioning systems are a ‘top of the range’ solution for air conditioning Brisbane, and allow for the distribution of cool and hot air all around the house at the touch of a button. These reverse cycle ducted air conditioning systems contain a number of major components, being the indoor air handling unit, the outdoor compressor unit and diffuser outlets in each room.

An additional option is to include a zone control system, which manages the control of the air flows to each room or ducted outlet.  Zoning greatly helps to reduce energy consumption, especially with the new inverter and digital scroll technology. With ducted air conditioning systems, there is also greater flexibility with the positioning of the outdoor compressor unit.

At BrisbaneAir, we deal with the major leading air conditioning Brisbane brands such as Mitsubishi Electric, Actron and Daikin to ensure that we can offer our customers the best ducted air conditioning solution for their Brisbane property.  When you are building your new property, give BrisbaneAir a call to see how they can help you select the best ducted air conditioning solution for your new home.

Who are we?

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Brisbane Air is a locally owned business, based at Bridgeman Downs, in the inner northern suburbs of Brisbane. The original air conditioning and refrigeration business was founded by the Lindner family in 1982. Today, Barney Lindner remains in the business as part owner and chief technical services provider. [Read more…]

Top ‘Change of Climate’ Holiday Destinations: Escape the Winter Cold

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Do you live somewhere where you are able to experience all four seasons? Is your least favourite season winter? If you said yes, then you are probably one of the many people who like to take a holiday at this time of year in order to escape that nasty winter cold.

There are lots of people who start looking for somewhere else to go once the cold winter months are upon them, mainly because dealing with all the issues that the cold weather brings can be quite difficult. And who really wants to stay all cooped up inside for 3 to 4 months when they can spend this time outdoors soaking up the warmth of the sun?

If you’ve ever thought about leaving all those cold weather problems behind, now is the time to do so. All you have to do is first figure out which of the many sunny holiday destinations you want to explore first!

Air Conditioning – Be Sure It’s Available
If you choose a place to stay that’s really, really hot, call ahead to make sure that they have air conditioners in every room. Although you would think that air conditioners are always available when taking a holiday somewhere located in the hot climate regions, they are not. If you feel that you definitely need air conditioning where you’re going to be staying, be sure to ask before you make your reservations.

Top ‘Change of Climate’ Holiday Destinations.
The following are four of the more popular holiday destinations where people go when they want to escape the cold winter months:

1. Orlando, Florida – This is a great place to take a holiday, especially if you have children. Disney World, Sea World, and more, are all located in a hot sunny location that’s never more than an hour away from a beach.

2. Crete, Greece – If you like lots of history, scenic views and really great food, then Crete is the place to go. Sit back and relax on lots of great beaches, or take a trip up to the mountains in order to enjoy their beauty, it’s up to you.

3. Las Vegas, Nevada – It doesn’t get much hotter than the desert! Las Vegas is a great place to take a holiday. Whether it’s just you and your spouse, or the entire family, Las Vegas has something for everyone so you’ll never get bored.

4. The Caribbean – Do we need to say more? There are so many wonderful things to see and do in the Caribbean making it so that you may never want to go back home! It’s one of the most visited holiday spots that offers warm weather and lots of sunshine.